Local Resources & Support

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This local resource and service provider list contains the links for licensed human service organizations that are here to assist adults, families, and youth residing within the greater New Paltz community and Ulster County, New York. Simply click on any of the logos below to visit a particular website.

If you are experiencing a mental health related emergency, please contact:

Mobile Mental Health Team [1-844-277-4820],

Family of Woodstock Helpline [845-679-2485 or 845-338-2370],

Dial 911, or

Visit your nearest emergency room.

Mobile Mental Health Team

The Mobile Mental Health Team in Ulster County is a team of

highly trained professionals who can be called upon when

stress, depression or other mental health issues create a personal crisis… The Mobile Mental Health Team is currently available seven days a week from 1PM – 11PM.

Call: 844-277-4820

Arms Acres

Arms Acres is a private health care system providing the highest quality professional treatment to those suffering

from chemical dependency, co-occurring medical and

mental health disorders, and to those whose lives are impacted by the disease of addiction. Services are

to bring to bear resources to address a broad spectrum of human problems.

Institute for Family Health

The mission of the Institute for Family Health is to improve

access to high quality, patient-centered primary health care

targeted to the needs of medically underserved communities.

The Institute community health care centers (available locally

within New Paltz and Kingston) include primary care,

behavioral health, dental and social services.

Mental Health Association

MHA is an education, advocacy and service organization that is dedicated to helping all citizens reach their optimal mental health. We work to raise awareness about mental illness, advocate for improvements in the mental health system and provide care to people facing mental health challenges.

MHA has operated in our community for over 50 years and provides a wide array of services that includes, but not limited to: ACT, Health Home Care Coordination, Wellness activities, Home and Community Based Services, Residential, therapeutic foster care, supported education, information & referral, respite and support groups.

NAMI Mid-Hudson

The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) is one of the largest mental health organizations in the nation. NAMI provides support and free, evidence based, peer delivered programs. NAMI advocates for families/caregivers and individuals that are affected by mental illness. NAMI Mid-Hudson is the local affiliate providing services in Dutchess and Ulster Counties.

Never Alone

Never Alone is a private Residential Rehabilitation Services for Youth program serving adolescents affected by chemical dependency. Extensive family program is offered. Our clients learn structure in a loving, nurturing environment designed to teach maturity and a substance free lifestyle.

New Paltz Youth Program

The NPYP has been a community resource since 1989 and offers extensive services to area youth and their families. In addition to being thoroughly knowledgeable in all Ulster County services,

the staff of the youth program can assist in the following: crisis intervention, family mediation, individual counseling, case management, educational training, tutoring, and more.

PEOPLe, Inc.

PEOPLe, Inc. is a peer-run not-for-profit agency that advocates with and provides recovery-oriented services to people living with mental health issues. We are an agency made up of people with their own personal lived experiences with mental illness, psychiatric diagnoses, trauma, crisis, and recovery. We use our mutuality – the shared elements of our stories – to inspire and guide people towards lives of wellness, and our collective voices and imaginations drive communities towards better public health through innovation and alternatives.

Sponsored by:

The Greater New Paltz Community Partnership is proudly sponsored by the Office of National Drug Control Policy through a Drug Free Communities Grant.

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Additional Resources & Training Opportunities

Please take a look through the various links, resource materials, and training available for caregivers, parents, professionals and youth. We will continue to update this list in an on-going manner.

If you would like to receive an electronic notice for upcoming training opportunities, please complete the web form below.

12-Step Recovery Meetings

12-Step meetings are extremely helpful for many individuals seeking to connect with others who are facing similar struggles. They are non-professional resources for support.

Alcoholics Anonymous (AA): Alcoholics Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking. Please click here for the most current Ulster County AA meeting list.

Al-anon: The Al-Anon Family Groups are a fellowship of relatives and friends of alcoholics who share their experience, strength, and hope in order to solve their common problems. We believe alcoholism is a family illness and that changed attitudes can aid recovery. Please click here for a list of local meetings.

Narcotics Anonymous (NA): NA is a nonprofit fellowship or society of men and women for whom drugs had become a major problem. We are recovering addicts who meet regularly to help each other stay clean. Please click here to find local meetings by zip code.

Additional Local Support Groups

Mental Health Association of Ulster County:

Open Drop-In Groups for Adults (Winter 2016)

There are numerous groups available; providing services and support for topics including: yoga, wellness for women, coping with anxiety & depression, living with thoughts of suicide, mindfulness, coping & understanding altered sensory experiences, and more.

Here are several helpful resources that you can download and read, and share with others. They have been provided by Ulster County SPEAK; a coalition of community partners working to educate others about the warning signs and what you can do to prevent suicide.

If you are concerned for someone’s safety, or experiencing a mental health emergency, please contact:

• Mobile Mental Health Team [1-844-277-4820],

• Family of Woodstock Helpline [845-679-2485 or 845-338-2370],

• Dial 911, or

• Visit your nearest emergency room.

Would you like to receive upcoming mental health and substance abuse training announcements?
If so, please provide your contact information below. You will receive electronic announcements as they become available.